Zetech College Marketing Executive, Ruiru Campus Job in Kenya

Zetech College is a professional training institution offering Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Degree programs. 

Our mission is to provide high quality education of international standards and recognition by; we are seeking to recruit a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position of Marketing Executive, Ruiru Campus (ZC/HR/02/13/ME/02).
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Reporting to the Business Manager, he/she will among, other duties, be responsible for:

• Undertake strategic market surveys so as to suggest viable target market segments and sourcing relevant data as necessary;
• Participate in the successful conduct of marketing functions and events under the leadership of the Business Development Manager;
• Ensure the effective utilization of marketing tools in use and equally identifying alternative means of mass marketing;
• Establish new links with different organizations for mutual benefit;
• Participate in new business meetings, delivering sales presentation in polished, professional manner that portrays the best of the college;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
 

The desired candidate must:

• Have a degree in a business related area form a recognized institution;
• Have a minimum of B plain in K.C.S.E;
• Have professional qualification and experience in sales and marketing;
• Have a valid driving license with at least 6 months driving experience in Nairobi, with a current certificate of good conduct;
• Have excellent analytical and people skills;
• Be computer literate with skills in Ms office Suite and internet;
• Be proactive and a self starter;
• Have a passion for customer service;

Applications including an updated CV, details of the current/last salary and benefits, names of three referees, their email addresses and telephone numbers, copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials to reach the undersigned not later than 15th October 2013. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

The Human Resource Manager,

via Email address: vacancies@zetechcollege.com. 

Website: www.zetechcollege.com
 

Zetech College is an equal opportunity employer.

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Article Writers Job Vacancies

Article Writers 

Excellent article writers with experience

Qualifications

• Any University degree or diploma
• Excellent English
• The ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervision.
• Writing experience of more that 6 months
• Internet and computer access at home
• Clear understanding of the term PLAGIARISM.

Please send your CVs and 3 work samples to academicwriters87@gmail.com

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Highly Experienced Academic Writers needed URGENTLY

Highly Experienced Academic Writers needed URGENTLY!

Pay: Between Ksh 200-500 per page

Requirements:

• A University Degree
• Should be able to meet STRICT deadlines
• Should be able to work on papers that are 100% original or that have 0% plagiarism.
• Must have previous Academic research writing experience
• Should be able to access a computer and internet all the time

Application:

If you meet the above requirements, send your CV and 2 samples of your previous work to advancedresearch2013@gmail.com as soon as possible.

Successful applicants can start the job as soon as their applications are received and reviewed.

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Afex Group QHSE Field Officers Jobs in Kenya

Afex Group, a Lonrho company, provides camp construction, catering, management and logistics support to the Oil and Gas, Mining, UN and NGO sectors in some of the most remote and hostile corners of Africa. 

With headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, AFEX Group provides international standard service delivery combined with 30 years of regional operational experience. 

The AFEX Team is dedicated to ensuring clients have peace of mind that their projects will run on schedule and to budget, with their personnel being cared for to a high international standard. 

The company wishes to recruit competent, innovative and self-driven persons to fill the following positions:

QHSE Field Officers

Afex has recently stared to locate Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) Field Officers at our Camps. This is a new initiative and reflects the increased focus and importance placed on QHSE by Afex.

QHSE Field Officers are responsible for implementing Afex’s QHSE Management System at Afex camps and for liaising with the Head Office QHSE team. 

The position entails assisting in establishing effective controls, procedures, and integrated programs for achieving and maintaining the highest level of consistent QHSE in Afex Group. 

QHSE Field Officers operate with a high degree of autonomy. They will liaise on a day to day basis with the Camp Manager and Client Representative and will report directly to the QHSE Manager in Afex’s Nairobi Head Office.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• To proactively raise the profile of QHSE on-site with all parties.
• To implement Afex’s QHSE Management System on-site.
• To undertake and advise on QHSE risk assessments, permit to works and related activities.
• To undertake QHSE camp inspections.
• To deliver tool box talks and other training sessions.
• To ensure that all incidents (including near misses) and nonconformances are reported and investigated in accordance with Afex QHSE procedures and appropriate actions taken.
• To report QHSE performance to head office.
• To implement internal plans on continuous improvement on QHSE projects.
• To accompany internal and external auditors on QHSE matters.
• To liaise with Client representatives as required.
• Attend internal and external meetings to discuss and advise on QHSE matters.
• Assist Camp Managers, Supervisors and all staff in all aspects of QHSE.
• To undertake any other required QHSE actions under the instruction of the QHSE Manager.

Requirements:

• Educated to degree level, preferably in a relevant subject.
• Applicants should have a strong desire to work in Afex’s expanding QHSE Department and be committed to delivering a high level of QHSE performance at our camps.
• Ideally, applicants should have prior experience of QHSE work in one or more areas of health and safety (including fire prevention), environmental control and food hygiene. However, Afex will provide all necessary support, so persons without such experience are also welcome to apply.
• Ideally, persons will be trained and qualified in QHSE work, including NEBOSH, fire prevention, food hygiene, environmental management etc. However, Afex will provide all required training so prior training is not essential.
• Ideally, applicants should have experience of working in catering, hospitality, construction, manufacturing, food manufacture, logistics, camps or other related work. However, Afex will assist persons in their work so persons without such experience are also welcome to apply.
• A willingness and desire to be based in the field and work to Afex’s staff rotation requirements; this would most likely entail working in blocks of 6 to 8 weeks, although this pattern may be changed at short notice.
• A willingness and desire to work in remote and hostile locations.
• Availability to attend the head office in Nairobi or other locations for meetings, training or for work.
• Computer literacy is highly desirable, including work with Microsoft Office.
• Possess well-developed communication, organisational, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Possess a high standard of written and spoken English. Another language appropriate to Afex’s areas of operation is highly desirable.
• High degree of professional integrity and strong ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team based multi-cultural environment.
• Capacity to work under pressure and meet tight schedules under remote supervision and guidance.
• Ability to follow instructions and work to established procedures.

Applicants meeting the above requirements should send their applications and a detailed Curriculum Vitae giving full details of their qualifications, experience and full contact address including day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and contact details of three referees by Friday, 11th October 2013 to careers@afexgroup.com.
 

NB: Please include the POSITION TITLE in the subject line of your email.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Zyomyx Application Specialist Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Application Specialist
 

About Zyomyx: Zyomyx, Inc., is an innovator in the development and commercialization of proprietary diagnostic platforms. The company will be launching a point-of-care test for CD4 to guide HIV/AIDS treatment in resource limited settings. 

For HIV/AIDS patients, CD4 cell count is both the gating parameter to treatment initiation and the marker for treatment effectiveness. Without adequate CD4 count technology, national and World Health Organization (WHO) mandated guidelines cannot be followed resulting in fewer people starting treatment. 

This simple and inexpensive CD4 T-cell point-of-care test is configured to especially meet the demanding specifications for use in low and middle income countries. It will increase access to treatment for millions of people by providing a quantitative cell count in the clinically relevant range.
 

Zyomyx is seeking a talented and motivated Application Specialistto support the company’s goals of cultivating a successful business and improving health outcomes for millions of HIV positive patients globally. 

Job Description
 

The Application Specialists primary responsibility will be to provide on-site training to laboratory personnel to support Zyomyx clinical trial program globally. 

The Specialist will work with commercial operations to help inform training materials and programs based on this field experience. 

Over time the position will transition from a clinical trial focus to a training focus working with commercial operations to support broad implementation of the CD4 test.

This will include providing feedback on the curriculum, presenting at training seminars and travelling throughout Africa to support national scale-up.
 

Position Requirements
 

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in an R&D or clinical environment with background knowledge of cellular biology, common biological assays and diagnostic development processes. Experience implementing and designing training programs is ideal with an entrepreneurial spirit interested in growing with the organization. 

An understanding of correlation, Bland/Altman plots, sensitivity, specificity in addition to proficiency using statistical software such as MS-Access, EpiInfo, Stata and R programming (or similar statistical software) is a plus. A willingness to support field testing activities and travel internationally including Sub-Saharan Africa up to 50% of the time is required.
 

Excellent organizational, communication and presentation skills are required with experience training small and large groups of people a plus. Proficiency in MS word, Excel and PowerPoint. 

Candidate must be a self-starter, fast learner, detail-oriented, motivated, thoughtful individual with a strong work ethic who is capable of working independently, collaborating well within a team and between departments. B.S. in biological sciences or a related field required. 

Candidates based in Africa are preferred. Candidates to work on a consulting basis will be welcomed
 

Zyomyx is a privately funded biotech company focused on the development of cell based point-of-care diagnostic products. 

The company is located, in Fremont, CA, in a high-tech business park right next to the East end of the Dumbarton Bridge. 

Zyomyx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

For more information, go to www.zyomyx.com.
 

Applicants should send a CV by e-mail only to: info.zyomyx@africaonline.co.ke before the end of day on 11/10/13.

Please use the same e-mail address for any enquiry or questions. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Samaritan’s Purse Director of Maintenance Job in Eldoret Kenya

Position Title: Director of Maintenance
 

Duty Station: Eldoret
 

Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. 

Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ.
 

We are seeking qualified applicants to fill the above position.
 

Job Summary
 

Perform the duties of a U.S. FAA Licensed Mechanic and Director of Maintenance for Samaritan’s Purse Mission Aviation Services (SP MAS) in Eldoret.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in the maintenance of all aircraft operated by SP MAS East Africa;
• Develop policies and procedures as they apply to SP MAS aircraft maintenance in accordance with the FAA FAR’s;
• Maintain all aircraft records per FAA standards and requirements;
• Maintain current and complete inspection data as required by the FAR’s and aircraft manufacturers;
• Oversee the logistics manager and the spare parts inventory to maintain stock at appropriate levels;
• Schedule inspections based on AAIP’s or manufacturer’s FAA approved inspection program for each airplane in cooperation with the Director of Operations and Program Director (PD);
• Work with the PD to hire national staff as required;
• Oversee “Line Service” team that washes and cleans the aircraft;

Qualifications
 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must maintain a personal relationship with and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, as well as able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
 

Education / Experience Needed

• Fifth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years’ experience maintaining Pratt & Whitney PT-6 powered, U. S. registered aircraft under U.S. FAR’s.
• Experience with worldwide aviation maintenance organizations involved in the maintenance of heavy aircraft.
• Supervisory experience in U.S. FAR Part 145 maintenance operations.
• Must have previous experience in management of an aviation related business or organization operating under the U.S. FAR’s.

Submission of Applications
 

Interested applicants should submit their C.V. only and an application letter to hrspkenya@samaritan.org to be received not later than 5th October, 2013. 

Only email applications will be accepted. 

The position title (as is on the advert) should be indicated on the subject line.

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Finn Church Aid Regional Grants Manager job in Nairobi, Kenya

Finn Church Aid (FCA) is Finland’s biggest development co-operation organisation and the second biggest organisation in Finland working in humanitarian aid. 

Finn Church Aid is a member of the ACT Alliance (ACT), an alliance of faith-based development and humanitarian aid organisations forming one of the world’s largest aid organisations.
 

FCA is looking for a Regional Grants Manager – Nairobi, Kenya
 

The Regional Grants Manager will lead the fundraising efforts in the Eastern and Southern Africa Region as well as support the programme staff in the management of existing grants, ensuring compliance to donor requirements. 

The purpose of the job is to obtain increased and diversified funding for FCA programmes and activities with a view to meeting the overall objectives of FCA policies. 

This is to be done in close cooperation with colleagues both at the ESARO, colleagues in Helsinki and FCA partners. 

The Regional Grants Manager will report to the Regional Representative of the FCA Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) in Nairobi, Kenya.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Explore new funding opportunities and develop regional fundraising
• Negotiations/co-partnering in negotiations with donor representatives
• Taking strong lead of the application phase
• Taking a role in the implementation phase, at the startup of the projects
• Oversee the implementation of projects, providing technical support to ensure compliance with donor requirements
• FCA staff training and partner capacity building in fundraising tools and grants management
• Undertake other duties as designated

Competence and Personal Requirements:

• Minimum 5 year work experience in global grants, other experience in NGOs is an asset
• Donor intelligence
• Excellent networking and communicating skills
• Proven experience in grants writing
• Fluent written and oral English, additional language skills are appreciated
• Proven team orientation skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Leadership skills are much appreciated
• Willing to travel in the region (requirement of valid driving license)

The contract for the permanent position will be made according to agreement. 

The salary is based on FCA collective agreement and salary policy.
 

Interested candidates should submit their application by 7th October 2013.
https://careers.fi/kirkonulkomaanapu/add_application.cgi?language=uk&job_id=42

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Investments Manager and Investments Officer Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

A Medium Size Investment Company based in the Nairobi City CBD hereby invites suitable candidates to be considered for the above Vacant Positions:-
 

(1) Investments Manager

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer
 

Job Summary
 

The jobholder is primarily responsible for managing the origination, evaluation, structuring, deal financing, executing, and exiting and portfolio management of controlling and non-controlling Quoted and Unquoted - Private equity investments, Fixed Income Securities, Real Estate Investments, Short Term / Fixed Deposit Investments among others to achieve a targeted return.
 

Educational Requirements

• An undergraduate degree preferably in Finance or Accounting.
• Possession of CFA, CPA-K or ACCA.
• Investment training would be an added advantage

Relevant Job Experience/Qualifications
 

Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in managing quoted and unquoted private equity investments, investment banking, corporate finance, financial analysis, fund management or asset management within an investment or financial services company. 

Experience in conducting company valuations is essential.
 

Additional Skills

• Leadership and people management skills.
• Strategic perspective.
• Good judgment and business sense abilities.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to network and build rapport with high profile business people.
• Good formal presentation skills.
• Excellent oral communication and report writing skills.
• A good appreciation of economic developments locally and in the region.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Suite of packages.

Additional Information
 

A key part of this role involves aligning investee companies to the Company`s interests and ensuring accuracy with regard to due diligences and company valuations. 

The role also involves planning at least three (3) months ahead of time and involves preparing investment appraisal reports, weekly status reports and delivering formal presentations. 

The role occasionally experiences leisure disruption.
 

(2) Investments Officer

Reporting to the Investments Manager
 

Job Summary
 

The jobholder provides support to the Investments Manager in all aspects of the investment process including the origination, evaluation, structuring, execution and exit stages. 

S/he also provides administrative support to the Investments Department and to the Finance and Administration Department.

Educational Requirements

• An undergraduate degree preferably in Finance or Accounting.
• Possession of CFA, CPA-K or ACCA.
• Investment training would be an added advantage.

Relevant Job Experience/Qualifications
 

Five (5) years relevant experience preferably in a financial services institution.
 

Additional skills

• Financial acumen including financial modeling skills.
• Excellent commercial judgment.
• Good leadership and people management skills.
• Broad business awareness.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent research skills.
• Excellent report writing skills.

How to Apply:-
 

Interested candidates should send their written applications together with their curriculum vitas ,copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials to:
 

The DNA 1579
P.O. 49010 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
 

To received on or before Friday 18/10/2013 at 5.00 p.m.
 

The applications should indicate the candidate`s Earliest possible Reporting Time, Current as well as the Expected Gross Remuneration.
 

The applications should also indicate the candidate`s full contact details:- Address, Telephone, Email etc
 

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
 

Canvassing will lead to disqualification.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Investments Manager and Investments Officer Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

A Medium Size Investment Company based in the Nairobi City CBD hereby invites suitable candidates to be considered for the above Vacant Positions:-
 

(1) Investments Manager

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer
 

Job Summary
 

The jobholder is primarily responsible for managing the origination, evaluation, structuring, deal financing, executing, and exiting and portfolio management of controlling and non-controlling Quoted and Unquoted - Private equity investments, Fixed Income Securities, Real Estate Investments, Short Term / Fixed Deposit Investments among others to achieve a targeted return.
 

Educational Requirements

• An undergraduate degree preferably in Finance or Accounting.
• Possession of CFA, CPA-K or ACCA.
• Investment training would be an added advantage

Relevant Job Experience/Qualifications
 

Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in managing quoted and unquoted private equity investments, investment banking, corporate finance, financial analysis, fund management or asset management within an investment or financial services company. 

Experience in conducting company valuations is essential.
 

Additional Skills

• Leadership and people management skills.
• Strategic perspective.
• Good judgment and business sense abilities.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to network and build rapport with high profile business people.
• Good formal presentation skills.
• Excellent oral communication and report writing skills.
• A good appreciation of economic developments locally and in the region.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Suite of packages.

Additional Information
 

A key part of this role involves aligning investee companies to the Company`s interests and ensuring accuracy with regard to due diligences and company valuations. 

The role also involves planning at least three (3) months ahead of time and involves preparing investment appraisal reports, weekly status reports and delivering formal presentations. 

The role occasionally experiences leisure disruption.
 

(2) Investments Officer

Reporting to the Investments Manager
 

Job Summary
 

The jobholder provides support to the Investments Manager in all aspects of the investment process including the origination, evaluation, structuring, execution and exit stages. 

S/he also provides administrative support to the Investments Department and to the Finance and Administration Department.

Educational Requirements

• An undergraduate degree preferably in Finance or Accounting.
• Possession of CFA, CPA-K or ACCA.
• Investment training would be an added advantage.

Relevant Job Experience/Qualifications
 

Five (5) years relevant experience preferably in a financial services institution.
 

Additional skills

• Financial acumen including financial modeling skills.
• Excellent commercial judgment.
• Good leadership and people management skills.
• Broad business awareness.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent research skills.
• Excellent report writing skills.

How to Apply:-
 

Interested candidates should send their written applications together with their curriculum vitas ,copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials to:
 

The DNA 1579
P.O. 49010 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
 

To received on or before Friday 18/10/2013 at 5.00 p.m.
 

The applications should indicate the candidate`s Earliest possible Reporting Time, Current as well as the Expected Gross Remuneration.
 

The applications should also indicate the candidate`s full contact details:- Address, Telephone, Email etc
 

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
 

Canvassing will lead to disqualification.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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